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Transformation, adaptation and resilience in a time of collapse
Saturday 14 June 2025, 10:00am - 03:00pm
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A friendly gathering to explore and discuss the breaking down of ecological and societal systems due to the climate and nature crises
Do you have the feeling that things are unraveling, that the natural and human systems that have kept our world (more or less) functioning are increasingly in a process of collapse?
You are not alone!
This event offers a space to safely explore and share your thoughts and feelings about that, to make connections and hear from others, and to feel part of a community. Together we can inquire into what it might mean for our lives, communities and work.
We will pay particular attention to the inner dimensions - the emotional, psychological and spiritual aspects at both individual and collective levels, as well as the outer dimensions - the practical measures to reduce harm and adapt to the impacts of systems in breakdown. Both are needed.
FREE but donations are very welcome towards venue & catering costs (suggested donation (£2 - £25). Refreshments and vegan lunch will be provided but you can also bring your own drinks and snacks.
Venue details:
Edinburgh Quaker Meeting House
7 Victoria Terrace EH1 2JL
The Meeting Room is a lovely south facing room on the 2nd floor, with views to the Pentland hills. The building is fully accessible with lifts and ramps, and induction loop facilities available.
Outline agenda:
09.30 - 10.00 Arrival and refreshments
10.00 - 10.30 Introduction
10.30 - 12.00 Group discussions (with refreshment break)
12.00 - 13.00 Lunch (provided)
13.00 - 13.30 Whole group discussion & agree focus for afternoon
13.30 - 14.45 Group discussions & activity
14.45 - 15.00 Closing
Mindfulness exercises will be offered at various times throughout the day, which you are welcome to join in with or not.
Please note we will not debate whether ecological and societal collapse or indeed climate change and mass extinction of species is happening or not. This event proceeds from the basis of accepting these are realities, and will be an emotionally involved and experiential event. You are welcome to participate as much as feels right for you, and in line with ground rules that we will collectively agree at the start.
Hosted and facilitated by Climate Psychology Alliance Scotland
Some useful resources:
Three stories for our time (Business as Usual, the Great Unraveling, the Great Turning) audio
Dimensions of the Great Turning
Deep Adaptation 4 Rs (Resilience, Relinquishment, Restoration, Reconciliation)
The End TImes of Fascism by Naomi Klein & Astra Taylor (article)